2002 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Opel Combo
To start off, 2005 Opel Combo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Opel Combo. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 144 kg more than 2005 Opel Combo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Combo. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Spider | Combo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
